A healthy morning smoothie with protein, veggies, and fruits is a great way to start the day, and our Mango Carrot Ginger Smoothie is just the one to try if you’re also looking to support your gut health. This glowing smoothie is rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C, flavonoids and other compounds found in carrots, mangoes, and ginger root that support skin health, digestion, and a healthy immune system.
We paired these healthy fruits and veggies with Lifeway Kefir which is an excellent source of complete protein and probiotics to keep your gut health in check, along with anti-inflammatory peptides that contribute to a healthier immune system. The sweetness of mango and carrots play beautifully with the spiciness in ginger which all come together perfectly when our mango Grassfed Whole Milk Kefir is blended in. We even added anti-inflammatory turmeric powder which adds flavor, health benefits, and a stunningly beautiful color. Drink up to glow-up!
Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Need to Know
With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.
Several studies have shown a strong association between the gut-brain-microbiota. Probiotics introduced to the gut have been found to support immunity, improve allergies, and improve digestion.
Studies have shown that reduced diversity of healthy gut bacteria during early years is associated with an increase in food allergies during school-age years. In addition, kefir made from whole milk helps absorb key nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E, and K. Vitamin K is important because it helps your bones absorb calcium. It’s important to know that kefir contains a special trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.
Prep Time: 2 mins Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup Mango Grassfed Kefir – Lactose Free
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots or baby carrots
- 1/4 tsp. ginger powder or 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled
- 1/4 tsp. turmeric for added color and anti-inflammatory benefits
- Optional for added sweetness: 1 pitted date, 1/2 a fresh or frozen banana, 1-2 drops of stevia, or 1 tsp. honey
- Optional: add your favorite collagen peptides or 1/2 a scoop of vanilla protein powder if you want more protein
Directions
- Add the ingredients to a blender in the order listed, then blend on low and progress to high until thick and creamy. Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy!
- To make this thicker, use frozen carrots and be sure to use frozen mango instead of fresh mango. Adding 1/2 a frozen banana will also make it thicker and sweeter, or you can just add ice cubes, too.
